Stefan Seidel, managing director of Profine UK, sadly passed away on Monday March 26, the company has announced.

Stefan was the operations manager of Profine UK until his promotion in 2014 to managing director and a “true company man”.

“A highly regarded industry professional, he brought with him considerable knowledge, expertise and a hands on approach to the Kömmerling brand in the UK and Ireland,” the company said.

“He will be sorely missed by many friends, associates and the industry as a whole. He was also a devoted and loving father.”

Funeral details will be announced in due course.